2002 Outbreak of Salmonella Newport Infections at a Restaurant, Minnesota

An outbreak of Salmonella Newport occurred at a Minnesota restaurant. The investigation revealed that five food workers were infected with the same strain of Salmonella Newport.

Overview

Outbreak began:July 2002
Affected country:US
States/territories:MN
Pathogen:Salmonella Newport
Vehicle(s):Ill foodhandlers
Location(s):Restaurant
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:20
Number hospitalized:1

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